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Soar Above Kathmandu: Chandragiri Cable Car
Enjoy a scenic cable car ride from Thankot to the beautiful Chandragiri Hills, offering panoramic views of Kathmandu Valley, surrounding hills, and the Himalayas on clear days. At the hilltop, visitor
NewKathmandu
4 hrFull refund until 24h beforeInstant confirmationVerified local partner
At a glance
- Guide
- Not included
- Availability
- Daily
- Languages
- English · Nepali · Hindi
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Book ahead
- 12 hours
- Pickup
- Free pickup
- Group size
- Just your group, up to 4
Good for kids, older travellers and solo travellers.
Why this day
- Scenic cable car ride
- Kathmandu Valley views
- Himalayan panorama on clear days
- Bhaleshwor Mahadev Temple
- Nature and photography
- Relaxing hilltop experience
About this day
xperience one of Kathmandu’s most scenic attractions with a memorable ride on the Chandragiri Hills Cable Car. Located at Thankot, southwest of Kathmandu, the cable car takes visitors up to the beautiful Chandragiri Hills, where nature, culture, and spectacular mountain scenery come together. The cable car journey itself is an exciting experience, offering beautiful views of the surrounding green hills and Kathmandu Valley as you gradually rise toward the hilltop. On clear days, visitors can enjoy panoramic views of the Himalayan range, making Chandragiri an excellent destination for sightseeing and photography. At the top of Chandragiri Hills, visitors can explore the Bhaleshwor Mahadev Temple, enjoy peaceful natural surroundings, and take in the impressive views from the hilltop. The area also provides opportunities to relax, take photographs, enjoy refreshments, and spend quality time with family and friends. A visit to Chandragiri Hills is ideal for travelers looking for a refreshing escape from the busy city while experiencing the beauty of Nepal’s landscape. The cable car makes the journey convenient and enjoyable, making Chandragiri Hills a popular half-day or day-trip destination from Kathmandu.
Your day
Hour by hour
08:30-09:00
PickupPickup from Any hotel inside Kathmandu Ring Road
Our Coordinator will Call you before 1 hr. Pickup is included in your day.
09:00–12:00
Chandragiri Hills cable car
Enjoy a scenic cable car ride from Thankot to the top of Chandragiri Hills, traveling above lush green forests and hillsides. The ride takes around 9–13 minutes and offers beautiful views of the Kathmandu Valley along the way. Once you reach the hilltop, take some time to enjoy the peaceful surroundings and panoramic views of the Kathmandu Valley and Himalayan mountain ranges. On a clear day, the View Tower provides an even wider viewpoint, with sights extending toward peaks including Annapurna, Manaslu, Ganesh Himal, Gaurishankar and Everest. You can also visit the Bhaleshwor Mahadev Temple, relax at the hilltop, enjoy refreshments, take photographs, or simply appreciate the fresh mountain atmosphere. Chandragiri also has restaurants, a children's playground, and various adventure activities for visitors.
12:30
Drop-offDrop-off at Any hotel inside Kathmandu Ring Road
After enjoying the scenic Chandragiri Hills cable car ride, take some time to relax at the hilltop and enjoy the peaceful surroundings and panoramic views of the Kathmandu Valley. You can visit Bhaleshwor Mahadev Temple, take photographs, or simply enjoy the fresh mountain air. Later, descend by cable car and return to Kathmandu. The day concludes with a comfortable drop-off at your hotel, leaving you with beautiful memories of the hills, mountain views, and a relaxing escape from the city.
from
≈ $28 per vehicle
Charged in NPR 4,300–NPR 8,600
Everything in your day
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Included
- Hotel Pickup
- Hotel Drop
- Private Vehicle
- Driver
- Fuel
- Parking Fees
- AC Vehicle
Not included
- Cable Car Ticket
- Local Guide
How to redeem
Show your booking reference
- Your reference arrives by email and sits in your Trips.
- Show it (with the lead traveller’s name) on arrival.
- No printing needed — your phone is enough.
Cancellation policy
Flexible · Full refund until 24h before
- 24h or more before the start
- Full refund
- Less than 24h before
- No refund
- Refunds are of the day price — our service fee isn’t refunded when you cancel. Pick a date to see your exact deadline, in Kathmandu time.
- If the day can't run — weather, a road closure, a refused permit, a government order, a local strike — you get a full refund, service fee included.
Good to know
What to bring
- Comfortable shoes
- Water bottle
- Valid government ID
- Cash
Restrictions
- Not wheelchair accessible
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